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NSU Max
1955Sportbike

NSU Max

Key specifications

Engine
247 cc
Power
17 HP
Weight
155 kg
Fuel type
petrol
Transmission
4-speed
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)

Technical details

Source specification data

Make
NSU
Model
Max
Category
Sport
Starter
Kick
Power
17.00 HP (12.4 kW)) @ 6500 RPM
Gearbox
4-speed
Top Speed
126.0 km/h (78.3 mph)
Fuel System
Carburettor. Bing
Bore X Stroke
69.0 x 66.0 mm (2.7 x 2.6 inches)
Displacement
247.00 ccm (15.07 cubic inches)
Cooling System
Air
Engine Details
Single cylinder, four-stroke
Transmission Type Final Drive
Chain
Dry Weight
155.0 kg (341.7 pounds)
Overall Width
670 mm (26.4 inches)
Overall Height
990 mm (39.0 inches)
Overall Length
2,030 mm (79.9 inches)
Power Weight Ratio
0.1097 HP/kg
Seat
Single
Wheels
Spoked
Rear Tyre
3.25-19
Front Tyre
3.25-19
Rear Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)